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Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Podcast: The Drinking Game

Okay, we know there are shows about alcohol.  We know there are shows about drinking.  We know there are shows with people just like us who are fascinated by their own opinion on a number of topics.  With that said, one can see how this idea could earn the description of "cliche."  However, rather than giving you a drinking game and allowing you to watch us make drinks and, well, drink, like a Drinking Made Easy  of sorts, we are going to give you a good old fashion, but new drinking game that includes music, sports, popular culture, and whatever the fuck we like.  Here are the rules:

1.  Every time there is an introduction song before we talk, take a shot of something special.
We don't do it often, so let's make it special.  Pull out the Jameson's, pour out some Jack, do whatever you do.  It's a fun experience, drink as such.

2.  First song is classic rock?  Drink during some brew during the chorus.
It may sound "college," but this is what the bands did the same thing; pay tribute.

3.  If our first segment has anything to do with Bay Area sports, take a sip.
Take a sip of whatever you're drinking.  Each Bay team has their own fans and each fan prefers their particular cocktail.  So don't discriminate, enjoy what you enjoy.

4.  If you hear Tito say "Absolutely" or "Fantastic" at any time during the show, make a friend drink.
That's right.  I realized I say these two words almost more than any other descriptive terms, what can I say?  These are two of the best words in the English dictionary as far as I'm concerned.  Drink up!

5.  Anytime you hear a naughty word, have another sip of beer.
I love bad words; so does Barry.  But, we use them as infrequently as possible on the show (usually when we get excited) and when we do, show us some love and indulge.

6.  When Barry goes on a rant, sip while he talks (use at your discretion)
Barry "I AM ANIMAL" Matic loves those long rants, so pay tribute to his second favorite thing other than talking: drinking!  As we say, though, use at your own discretion...Barry talks a lot.

7.  If you and a friend notice a rare edit change in one our shows, cheers each other.
This is a rare moment, I tell you.  Barry and I rarely edit our shows, we prefer them live, but in the event of an anomaly, notice a pal and clank cups.

8.  The special guest is a personal friend of yours, that's cool, buy 'em a drink next time you're both out.
It's the least you can do.  These guys put up with all our bullshit for an entire show, contribute great information, and make the show better than anything it could be. Props to the guests, show them some love.

9.  Oh, you're mentioned as the drunk of the week?  It's time for a strike out.
You know what it means.  The Santa Clara Special.

10.  Anytime "The Don" is seen by you or your friends, say, "Hey Don, you suck."
He sucks, he really, really does.


Well, those are the rules.  Barry and I thought long and hard about these ten commandments and we hope you listeners use them when you listen.  However, I must say, this "drinking game" is obviously only for those fans who are OVER 21 YEARS OF AGE.  I know, I know, we're lame.  Rules are rules, though.  We love our show and we love your fans, but let's make it fun, and let's keep fun legal!  Have fun and keep listening! 

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